New compliance and quality manager at RMHS

Joseph Twarog, Esq. has been hired as Manager of Compliance and Quality for Rutland Mental Health Services. Mr. Twarog holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from SUNY Oswego and a law degree from the University at Buffalo Law School. He was recently an associate attorney at a law practice in Rochester, New York, where he specialized in workers’ compensation claims. Mr. Twarog will have primary agency responsibility for assuring adherence to state and federal laws and regulations, compliance with safety and service rights of clients, and oversight of general corporate risk and compliance.

Agricultural staff promotions announced

The Vermont Economic Development Authority (VEDA) has announced two staff promotions in its agricultural lending program, the Vermont Agricultural Credit Corporation (VACC). "We are delighted that two of our very talented staff members have agreed to take on more responsibilities in the important work of providing loans to Vermont farmers and agricultural businesses," said Jo Bradley, VEDA's Chief Executive Officer.

Economic development, environmental sustainability, and renewable energy professionals appointed to board of directors at Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund

Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund executive director, Ellen Kahler, announces three new appointments to the Board of Directors to help the organization nurture the sustainable development of Vermont’s economy.

Sara Gilbert of Rutland City is an assistant director at Rutland Economic Development Corporation and former director of business development at NeighborWorks of Western Vermont. Gilbert co-founded Rutland Young Professionals, which launched the Young Professionals Summit of Vermont in 2015, and currently serves as secretary of the board.

NFP Human Resources Services hires Vermont team

NFP, a national provider of customized human resources solutions, has announced that it has expanded its services in Vermont with a new team of experienced HR professionals.

Susan Graham, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, has been hired as Human Resources Advisor. She has over 30 years of HR experience and has been operating her own consulting business in Vermont since 2009. At NFP, Susan provides a broad spectrum of Human Resources services to clients and helps them navigate complex compliance regulations.